2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
